"Rich, layered and bursting with charm. Noodle & Bao is a tasteful ode to the importance of community. Shaina Lu leaves us craving for more!" - Laura Gao, creator of Messy Roots and Kirby's Lessons for Falling (In Love) "Lu thoughtfully and respectfully dives into issues around gentrification. Young readers will likely recognize Town 99's struggles in their own communities and be empowered by Momo's challenging but galvanizing experiences of activism." - Booklist "Lu not only takes on the big topic of gentrification but also expertly dives into the personal intricacies that come along with it. Lu's dynamic characters navigate a quickly changing town and the internal complexities of belonging, all in beautifully drawn art with a mouth-watering menu!" - Liz Montague, cartoonist and author/illustrator of Maybe an Artist and Brooklyn School of Magic "An empowering combination of food, humor, and advocacy." - Kirkus Reviews "Timely and engaging, the book's adorable characters and heartwarming ­approach to a serious issue will have broad appeal." - School Library Journal "Blending silly moments and fantastical elements with a more serious real-world issue, this book serves as both a loving tribute to Chinatowns and an invitation to young readers to stand up against injustice in their own communities.

" - Horn Book (starred review).